NHTSA vehicle safety data
2014 BMW R1200 GS Adventure Recalls & Complaints
The 2014 BMW R1200 GS Adventure has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of October 21, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized BMW dealer.
Includes campaigns NHTSA files under the spelling "R 1200 GS ADVENTURE".
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2014 BMW R1200 GS Adventure. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2014 BMW R1200 GS Adventure owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 BMW R1200 GS Adventure, describing incidents dated August 1, 2017 to August 14, 2017.
Most-cited components
- Suspension 2 complaints
Newest complaints
ODI #11045584 · Filed
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V438000(SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. A LOCAL…
ODI #11033434 · Filed
RECALL CAMPAIGN NO. 17V-438: FRONT FORK RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL IN AUGUST 2017 CONTACTED MY BMW DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THAT THEY WHERE NOT EXPECTING THE PART FROM BMW ANY TIME SOON TO DO THE REPAIR? MID OCTOBRE KNOW AND STILL NO RESULTS! HOW IMPORTANT MUST THIS BE FOR BMW TO TAKE ACTION? THANKS…
Fuel Pump Flange May Leak
NHTSA #21V060000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported February 8, 2021 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 20,963 vehicles
Repair completion: 55.27% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified March 17, 2021
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2014 S 1000 RR/R/ HP4, R 1200 GS/GS Adventure/R/RT, K 1300 S, K 1600 GT/GTL/GTL Exclusive and 2014 R nine T motorcycles. The fuel pump, and auxiliary fuel pump in certain models, may crack and leak fuel during vehicle operation.
Safety consequence
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Accessory Windscreen Glazing/FMVSS 205
NHTSA #18E016000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported March 21, 2018 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 1,571 vehicles
Repair completion: 14.89% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified May 9, 2018
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain Accessory Windscreens, sold for installation on various motorcycles. Specifically being recalled is Windscreen model number 8531917, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F700GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8544629, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8546224, sold for use on model year 2014-2018 S1000R motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8551929, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 S1000XR motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8554726, sold for use on model year 2013-2018 R1200GS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8554727 sold for use on model year 2014-2018 R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8556927, sold for use on model year 2015-2018 R1200RS motorcycles, Windscreen model number 8559548, sold for use on model year 2017-2018 R1200GS motorcycles and Windscreen model number 8561755, sold for use on model year 2012-2018 F800GS motorcycles. These windscreens have extra tinting on them that may reduce the rider's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Safety consequence
The darker windscreen can inhibit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windscreen, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Accessory Turn Signals Non-Compliant/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #17E052000 · Exterior Lighting — Turn Signal · NHTSA notice
Reported August 21, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 9,000 vehicles
Repair completion: 0.39% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified October 25, 2017
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain accessory turn signals manufactured for 2006-2017 R1200GS, 2007-2008 and 2010-2017 R1200GS Adventure, 2017 F700GS and F800GS, 2013-2017 F800GT, 2015-2016 F800R, 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure, 2014-2016 S1000R, 2015-2017 R1200R, 2016-2017 R1200RS, and 2010-2017 S1000RR motorcycles. As designed, these accessory turn signals may be insufficiently visible to other drivers, and, as such, fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
If other drivers cannot easily see the turn signals, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the turn signals, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Reflex Reflector Visibility Blocked/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #17V481000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported July 28, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 47,775 vehicles
Repair completion: 17.69% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified October 16, 2017 · Vehicles built August 1, 2013 – September 18, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2017 F800R and F800GT motorcycles, 2014-2018 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles, 2016-2017 S1000XR motorcycles and 2015-2017 R1200R and R1200RS, 2008-2012 F650GS, 2008-2018 F800GS, and 2014-2017 F800GS Adventure motorcycles. When equipped with the optional aluminum luggage cases, the rear reflex reflectors may be partially blocked. The aluminum case mounts for the R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure may also partially block the reflectors. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
If the rear reflex reflectors are obscured from view, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install reflectors on the cases or for the case mounts, an additional bracket with rear reflex reflectors, free of charge. The recall began October 16, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Fork Tube may Detach From Upper Triple Clamp
NHTSA #17V438000 · Suspension — Front · NHTSA notice
Reported July 10, 2017 · BMW of North America, LLC
Potentially affected: 14,626 vehicles
Repair completion: 76.52% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated October 21, 2026)
Owners notified August 31, 2017 · Vehicles built May 13, 2013 – June 19, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2017 BMW R1200GS and BMW R1200GS Adventure motorcycles. The motorcycle fixed fork tube may separate from the pressed in seal plug that secures the tube to the upper triple clamp.
Safety consequence
If the fork tube detaches from the sealing plug, the handling and stability of the motorcycle will be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will add an additional fixed fork tube bush. A fork that is sufficiently damaged will be replaced with a modified new part. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other BMW R1200 GS Adventure model years
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